Outkast, Otis Redding, and Loudon Wainwright: An Expert’s Playlist

Need help narrowing down your song selections for the wedding reception? Each week, Bridal Party asks a local music pro to whip up a genius playlist to get your guests’ feet on the dance floor. This week’s expert: Evan Reitmeyer of MyDeejay.

“I decided to choose the music I would use for my wedding if I were getting married again—music was a huge part of our celebration,” says Evan Reitmeyer of MyDeejay. “I believe that each wedding’s music should be a reflection of the couple’s taste, so everything I do as a DJ is completely customized for each of our clients. Music is a great way to show some personality and create a ‘vibe’ for the wedding guests to enjoy.”

Song to Play During Dinner: “Inaudible Melodies” by Jack Johnson“My clients usually give me a few songs that describe the feel they want for cocktail hour or dinner, and I build a playlist around that. So, this is what our dinner would feel like,” Reitmeyer says.

Song to Get Everyone on the Dance Floor: “Hello” by Martin Solveig & Dragonette“Is this song lyrically appropriate for a wedding? No, but it rocks and I love it,” Reitmeyer says.